On our IV menu you’ll see two ways to get vitamins: a drip and an IV push. What is an IV push, and how is it different from a drip? Here is the plain answer, with the time and price of each at K Wellness in Long Beach, so you can pick the one that fits your day.
In short
- A drip is IV fluids with vitamins, run through the IV line. It takes about 20 to 45 minutes.
- An IV push gives vitamins through the IV line as a push, instead of as a drip. It takes about 5 to 10 minutes, not counting prep time.
- Drips start at $150. An IV push (two vitamins) is $100.
- The same questions come first either way: tell us about your health conditions and anything you take.
What is an IV push?
An IV push gives vitamins through the IV line as a push, instead of as a drip. At K Wellness, IVs are placed by a licensed vocational nurse (LVN), and an IV push takes about 5 to 10 minutes, not counting prep time.
What is an IV drip?
A drip delivers fluids, vitamins and minerals through the IV line, chosen from our menu. You sit back and relax while it runs. At K Wellness, a drip takes about 20 to 45 minutes, and it varies from person to person.
IV push vs IV drip, side by side
| Feature | IV push | IV drip |
|---|---|---|
| How it’s given | Vitamins through the IV line as a push | IV fluids with vitamins, run through the IV line |
| Time in the chair | About 5 to 10 minutes, not counting prep time | About 20 to 45 minutes |
| Price | $100 (two vitamins) | From $150 |
| Package of 5 | $400 (save $100) | $637.50 single-vitamin (save $112.50) $743.75 two-vitamin (save $131.25) |
| Who places the IV | A licensed vocational nurse (LVN) | A licensed vocational nurse (LVN) |
Prices are confirmed with you before your visit. See every option on our IV menu, and the full price breakdown in how much IV therapy costs.
Which one to choose
If time is what you’re short on, ask us about the push when you call. If you’re interested in a specific drip from the menu, such as a Myers’ cocktail, that comes as a drip. One drip on our menu combines both: a Myers’ cocktail with glutathione, where the glutathione is given as an IV push.
You don’t need to decide before you come in. We go over the menu with you when you arrive.
Before you come in
IV therapy isn’t right for everyone, and it isn’t a substitute for care from your own doctor. Before treatment, our medical assistant asks about your health conditions, so tell us about any conditions, medications or recent surgery, and bring a list of what you take. It isn’t a medical evaluation — if you’re unsure whether this is safe for you, ask your doctor first. The list of things to tell us about, and possible side effects, are in is IV therapy safe?
Your visit
K Wellness is inside Kim Holistic Foot & Ankle Center at 701 E 28th St #111, Long Beach, CA 90806. The two have the same owner and share the same office.
- How long: plan on 45 to 60 minutes for a first visit, including new patient and consent forms. More on timing.
- Parking: park in our parking structure. There’s a K Wellness sign outside our door, so you don’t need to go through the main lobby.
- Booking: call (562) 269-0300, or request a visit online and we’ll call you to confirm a time.
Common questions
What is an IV push?
An IV push gives vitamins through the IV line as a push, instead of as a drip. At K Wellness it takes about 5 to 10 minutes, not counting prep time.
Does an IV push take less time than a drip?
Yes. An IV push takes about 5 to 10 minutes in the chair, not counting prep time. A drip takes about 20 to 45 minutes.
What’s the difference between an IV push and an IV drip?
A drip is IV fluids with vitamins, run through the IV line, and takes about 20 to 45 minutes. An IV push gives vitamins through the IV line as a push, instead of as a drip, and takes about 5 to 10 minutes, not counting prep time.
Do I need to choose before I come in?
No. We go over the menu with you when you arrive.
This article is general information, not medical advice. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Talk with your own doctor about your health. In an emergency, call 911.